SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 12/11/2007
Date Updated: 01/18/2007
Version 1.5
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name
Product Number
Brand
(1-BROMOETHYL)BENZENE, 97%
238104
ALDRICH
Company
Address
Sigma-Aldrich
3050 Spruce Street
SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
800-325-5832
800-325-5052
314-776-6555
Technical Phone:
Fax:
Emergency Phone:
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name
(1-BROMOETHYL)BENZENE
Formula
CAS #
585-71-7
SARA 313
No
C8H9Br
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritant.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Combustible. Lachrymator.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 0
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 0
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLASH POINT
179 °F
82 °C
Method: closed cup
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Combustible liquid. Emits toxic fumes under
fire conditions.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and
heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for
disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Do not breathe vapor. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place. Keep
away from heat and open flame.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye bath.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Use respirators and components tested and approved
under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN
(EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are
appropriate use a full-face respirator with multi-purpose
combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as
a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole
means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
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GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance
Physical State: Liquid
Property
Value
Molecular Weight
pH
BP/BP Range
MP/MP Range
Freezing Point
Vapor Pressure
Vapor Density
Saturated Vapor Conc.
SG/Density
Bulk Density
Odor Threshold
Volatile%
VOC Content
Water Content
Solvent Content
Evaporation Rate
Viscosity
Surface Tension
Partition Coefficient
Decomposition Temp.
Flash Point
Explosion Limits
Flammability
Autoignition Temp
Refractive Index
Optical Rotation
Miscellaneous Data
Solubility
185.07 AMU
N/A
94 °C
- 65.0 °C
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.356 g/cm3
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
179 °F 82 °C
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.56
N/A
N/A
N/A
At Temperature or Pressure
16 mmHg
Method: closed cup
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide,
Hydrogen bromide gas.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material is irritating to
mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
This combustible material may be burned in a chemical incinerator
equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal,
state, and local environmental regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Aviation Regulated Liquid, N.O.S.
UN#: 3334
Class: 9
Packing Group: Packing Group III
Hazard Label: Class 9
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Aviation Regulated Liquid, N.O.S.
IATA UN Number: 3334
Hazard Class: 9
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: Xi
Indication of Danger: Irritant.
R: 36/37/38
Risk Statements: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
S: 26
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Irritant.
Risk Statements: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
US Statements: Combustible. Lachrymator.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: No
NDSL: Yes
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
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For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2007 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
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